PUBLIC WEATHER FORECAST FOR ST. MAARTEN 

DATE ISSUED: Wednesday, December 28, 2022 @ 12:00 LST (16:00 UTC)  

VALID UNTIL: Thursday midday (12:00 LST) December 29, 2022 

…A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE… 

WEATHER:     

This afternoon through Thursday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy with brief isolated showers possible. 

Forecast High: 30°C / 86°F             Forecast Low: 25°C / 77°F 

Sunset Today: 5:45 P.M.                Sunrise Tomorrow: 6:42 A.M.   

SURFACE WINDS: 
This afternoon through Thursday midday: East northeasterly with a gentle to moderate breeze from 10 to 18 mph and higher gusts possible. 

SYNOPSIS:   

A dominant Atlantic high-pressure system will continue to generate mostly moderate winds across the local area. Low moisture levels along with a relatively stable atmosphere will restrict precipitation during this forecast period.  

Small craft operators and beach-goers are advised to remain vigilant and exercise caution as seas will continue to peak at 9 feet during the next few days. 

STATE OF THE SEA:  Moderate to rough           WAVES/SWELLS: 6 to 9 feet 

SPECIAL FEATURE: None. 

OUTLOOK through Friday midday: Partly cloudy and breezy with isolated showers possible.  

FORECASTER: Albert 

3-DAY FORECAST